Kimberly Nicole Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, becomes first Black woman to serve as AIA president
December 18, 2023
By Patra Wroten
HOK principal Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, was inaugurated as the 2024 AIA president December 15 in Washington, DC.
The value of architects in combatting the climate crisis
December 19, 2023
By Greg Menti
AIA representatives met with world leaders, US Senators, city and civic leaders, and many more key stakeholders at the United Nations Climate…
Business Intelligence
ABI November 2023: Business conditions remain soft at architecture firms
December 20, 2023
Firms are increasingly concerned about managing the costs of running their firm in 2024
How firms can reduce tax burdens through credits and incentives
February 1, 2024
By Brayn Consulting
2023 Architects Journey to Specification reveals post-pandemic shifts in firm culture, product experimentation
February 2, 2024
For the first time since 2016, AIA offers free access to entire study tracking the evolution of product specification and selection.
Business Intelligence
AIA Report Reveals Trends in Architecture Specifications
February 8, 2024
Author: Deltek
The Architect’s Journey to Specification, a comprehensive study published by The American Institute of Architects (AIA), delves into the evolving…
Marnique Heath, FAIA, on why prioritizing diversity leads to unique ways of thinking about design
February 5, 2024
In honor of Black History Month we spoke with Marnique Heath, FAIA, on diversity in the architecture world, challenges facing the profession, and why architects…
House of love: how a pair of architects use their work and travels to keep their marriage strong
February 12, 2024
Steven and Cathi House have been married and working together for nearly 50 years. To celebrate Valentine's Day we talked with the Houses about the story of…
AIA opens nominations for 2024 Medal of Academic Excellence Awards
February 13, 2024
Nominate a stand-out student and meet some 2023 Medal of Academic Excellence Award recipients who represent the promise of architecture's next generation.
Sustainability
The role of specifications in sustainable design
September 9, 2020
Author: Deltek
Research from AIA uncovers the perspectives of architects on working with manufacturers, clients, and contractors to specify sustainably. AIA…
The challenges of ceiling design in open plenum spaces
February 13, 2024
Open plenum ceilings create an industrial chic aesthetic—but not without some drawbacks. AIA partner USG explores the issues and solutions.
AIA remembers pioneering architect Marsha Ann Maytum, FAIA
February 13, 2024
The climate champion inspired key AIA action in sustainability and equity.
Energy
New federal boosts to energy codes aim to accelerate climate progress
February 15, 2024
By Patrick Sisson
Architects and AEC experts are hopeful that more funding will make it easier for states and cities to implement clean energy codes.
Career and the profession
Championing Chief Architects
February 15, 2024
By Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC
Five ways a Chief Architect can support a mayor’s vision and equip a city's future
Three major takeaways from the Small Firm Compensation Report
February 19, 2024
Check out three major takeaways related to salary, benefits, and workplace culture from AIA's newly updated Small Firm Compensation Report.
Unique new ceiling imparts dynamic sense of movement at BWI Airport
February 20, 2024
Airport management desired a system that would stand out and create the illusion of a higher ceiling. JMT Architecture worked with AIA partner Armstrong to…
Business Intelligence
ABI January 2024: Business conditions remain soft at architecture firms to start the year
February 21, 2024
For the second consecutive month, business conditions remained weak at firms in all regions of the country except the Midwest, where modest growth was seen.
Charleston's International African American Museum tells a story of tragedy and triumph
February 23, 2024
The museum opened at the city’s Gadsen’s Wharf this past July.
Career and the profession
Five key takeaways from 2024 AIA Leadership Summit
March 5, 2024
Bringing questions, curiosity, and courage, AIA members from coast to coast traveled to Washington, DC, for the chapter leaders’ premier advocacy and leadership…
Design specialty
Cradle to Cradle (C2C) Certified Product Standard
April 13, 2018
Cradle to Cradle (C2C) Certified Product Standard
The Cradle to Cradle (C2C) Certified™ Product Standard rates consumer products, ranging from toys and personal…
